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Apartment living has its perks, but you obviously don’t get the same level of home security customizations as you would with a house. Just because an apartment dweller like yourself can’t make such changes, doesn’t mean you can’t be just as safe as a homeowner. Here are some measures you can take to help ensure your apartment is as close to Fort Knox as possible.

Curtains or Blinds for Your Windows

For burglars, windows are often a way for them to window-shop for what they want, as well as gain access to your apartment, especially if you live on the ground floor. Installing blinds or curtains won’t prevent a physical break-in, but they’re an easy way to help deter burglars from even considering it. If they can’t see anything they want to nab, what reason do they really have to barge in?

Get a Dog

While you should never solely rely on a dog to help deter burglars, the barking of a dog may be enough to potentially scare off many burglars. Homeowners can be awakened or neighbors alerted if they hear loud, continuous barking, and that’s the last thing burglars want. Besides acting as a crime deterrent, a dog can help give you peace of mind, as well as provide you with a furry friend. Do talk with your landlord before bringing a dog into your apartment, as some buildings have size and breed restrictions.

Stand-Alone Window & Door Alarms

While sometimes a full security system isn’t an option for an apartment, individual door and window alarms can be just the things you need. These alarms can work on their own, or you can sync them with your smartphone so that you’re alerted in the event of a break-in. Some alarms will even log when your doors and windows are opened; which is a great way to help you keep track of the comings and goings of everyone in the home. If you see unusual activity on the log, then you’ll know you need to investigate.

Lighting

Burglars usually don’t want to enter a home with lights on. There’s a higher chance they’ll be seen or that they’ll encounter someone. By setting up a timer for your lights or using investigate systems, like Insteon, that sync with your smartphone, you’ll be able to control your lights remotely. With Insteon, you can turn lights on at home while you’re away. Another option for lighting is motion detection. This applies if you live in an apartment on the ground floor. Motion-detecting lights might make potential burglars think twice before breaking in.
Security systems don’t always have to come in the form of a central hub by the front door with a passcode and a loud alarm. There are many different options available for you to make your apartment safer and smarter. The bonus of many of these suggestions is that you can take them with you if and when you decide to move to another home.

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